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Reverse: 1999
RPG
Free To Play
Single-player
Captions available
In-App Purchases

Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.

Developers: BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED
Publishers: BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED
Release Date: Oct 8, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 709

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(94%)
unique art
engaging storyline
quality voice acting
diverse characters
F2P friendly
story depth
card combat
cultural elements
technical issues
energy system
translation problems
collaboration choices
grindy progression
The general sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, emphasizing great visual novel style and unique art direction, a well-crafted story that merges real historical events and figures, and high-quality voice acting that brings the characters to life. However, there are notable criticisms aimed at technical issues like black screens and crashes, as well as stamina and energy system limitations for gameplay progression. Some players find the story and gameplay to be a bit confusing and heavy in exposition, while others are highly engaged by their depth. Collaboration choices and grindy progression challenges also draw criticism, highlighting areas for potential improvement.

Positive Points

  • The game features a great visual novel style with unique and appealing art direction.
  • Players appreciate the engaging and intriguing storyline that incorporates real historical events and figures.
  • The character designs are praised for their diversity, uniqueness, and depth, often avoiding over-sexualization.
  • High-quality English voice acting with various accents adds immersion to the gameplay experience.
  • Generous and friendly gacha system for F2P players, with regular updates and new content.

    • Negative Points

  • Technical issues such as black screen or crashing on some platforms, particularly the Steam Deck.
  • Some players are dissatisfied with the stamina and energy system, which can limit gameplay progression.
  • There are translation issues and voice acting quality concerns, particularly in earlier chapters.
  • Criticism exists regarding the collaboration choices, such as the controversial partnership with Atomic Heart.
  • There are occasional complaints about grindy progression and limited high-level content for long-term players.

    • Mixed Points

  • The story and gameplay are regarded as a strong positive by some, but others find the plot confusing and exposition heavy.
  • Players are divided on the complexity and novelty of the card-based combat system.
  • Some reviews mention a thoughtful approach to cultural and historical elements, while others see it as pretentious or overly complicated.

    • Common Themes

  • Players feel the game stands out among gacha games due to its strong narrative and art design.
  • There is a significant appreciation for the representation of diverse characters and cultures.
  • The narrative mix of history and fantasy is often cited as both interesting and complex.
  • The game fosters a strong community engagement, with players often noting the passion behind its development.
    • Updated 1/21/2026, 12:02:02 AM UTC
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